About Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin
Number of accommodations: 36
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Water Access
- Beach Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (970)
What Guests Are Saying
Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin is praised for its stunning scenery, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a favorite among visitors. Clean bathrooms, beautiful sunsets, and easy access to the beach enhance the overall experience. While some noted challenges like biting flies and limited water access for campers, these did not overshadow the campground's charm and potential for a peaceful getaway.
What Guests Are Saying
Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin is praised for its stunning scenery, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a favorite among visitors. Clean bathrooms, beautiful sunsets, and easy access to the beach enhance the overall experience. While some noted challenges like biting flies and limited water access for campers, these did not overshadow the campground's charm and potential for a peaceful getaway.
Review Summary
Wendy P
VerifiedJuly 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: West
I have always loved Twelve mile beach but have not been in 20 years. I was surprised there was no water pump available and was disappointed campers were not notified of this at the reservation site. A drinking fountain doesn’t fill pots/buckets. There were several vacant sites, which is frustrating especially with how difficult it was getting only 2 nights, at 2 different sites. In the past it was “first come, first serve”. Was also surprised there was no host, which would have been nice. Not sure we will be back, which is a shame. The new toilets were very nice.
Wendy P
VerifiedJuly 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: West
I have always loved Twelve mile beach but have not been in 20 years. I was surprised there was no water pump available and was disappointed campers were not notified of this at the reservation site. A drinking fountain doesn’t fill pots/buckets. There were several vacant sites, which is frustrating especially with how difficult it was getting only 2 nights, at 2 different sites. In the past it was “first come, first serve”. Was also surprised there was no host, which would have been nice. Not sure we will be back, which is a shame. The new toilets were very nice.
Stacey H
VerifiedJuly 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: East
We had site 13E, between the water source (which we could not figure out how to work) and the pit toilets (which were kept quite clean). No issues with smells. There were lots of mosquitos but we had a screen tent so spent time in there. Picnic table had a chain attached so you could not move it too far in any direction. Our trailer is 25’ and our f250 fit in the space as well. There are low posts along each side of the ‘driveway pad’ that are tough to see when you are backing in, so take caution. You can’t see much of the water from this site, as it’s on the opposite side of the road, and the trees are plentiful. We were there in early June and only used our generator during the day to power up our devices, sleeping with windows open was pleasant and quiet. Saw no wildlife. Steps to the beach nearest our site looked like they had washed away and were unusable. Beach was very pleasant to spend some time in the sun. Zero connectivity with cell phones. Get your firewood well before you get to the campground, as it is probably at least 15 miles to backtrack if you missed it. Backpackers/hikers passed through the campground regularly as it is part of the trail system.
Stacey H
VerifiedJuly 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: East
We had site 13E, between the water source (which we could not figure out how to work) and the pit toilets (which were kept quite clean). No issues with smells. There were lots of mosquitos but we had a screen tent so spent time in there. Picnic table had a chain attached so you could not move it too far in any direction. Our trailer is 25’ and our f250 fit in the space as well. There are low posts along each side of the ‘driveway pad’ that are tough to see when you are backing in, so take caution. You can’t see much of the water from this site, as it’s on the opposite side of the road, and the trees are plentiful. We were there in early June and only used our generator during the day to power up our devices, sleeping with windows open was pleasant and quiet. Saw no wildlife. Steps to the beach nearest our site looked like they had washed away and were unusable. Beach was very pleasant to spend some time in the sun. Zero connectivity with cell phones. Get your firewood well before you get to the campground, as it is probably at least 15 miles to backtrack if you missed it. Backpackers/hikers passed through the campground regularly as it is part of the trail system.
Brian M
VerifiedJuly 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: West
Large space for each camp site, great location within 100 meters of shore line, for nice sunset views and walks along beach. Make sure to cover body to fend off insects in summer (and dogs may be vulnerable as well), besides that a very enjoyable stay and would return again when possible.
Brian M
VerifiedJuly 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: West
Large space for each camp site, great location within 100 meters of shore line, for nice sunset views and walks along beach. Make sure to cover body to fend off insects in summer (and dogs may be vulnerable as well), besides that a very enjoyable stay and would return again when possible.
Michael U
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: East
Excellent primitive campground on beautiful Lake Superior beach!
Michael U
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: East
Excellent primitive campground on beautiful Lake Superior beach!
Cameron C
VerifiedJuly 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: West
Beautiful site with so much wonderful shared space
Cameron C
VerifiedJuly 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: West
Beautiful site with so much wonderful shared space
Location Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin
Address:
Munising Falls Visitor Center, 1505 Sandpoint Road
Munising, MI, 49862
United States
Twelvemile Beach Campground is located 15 miles (24 km) west of Grand Marais off Alger County Road H-58 (34 miles/55 km east of Munising).
Twelvemile Beach Campground is accessible via M-28, which is approximately 20 miles to the south, providing access to other major routes in the region.
Latitude & Longitude: 46.6391 / -86.2178
Elevation: 195 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
11AM
Check out time
11AM
General
- Conditions for all camping: Camping is limited to 14 days per calendar year within the Lakeshore. Permits are required for all camping. Camping is only allowed at designated locations. Overflow camping is prohibited. A campsite must be occupied by the person in possession of the permit for the campsite on the date(s) of occupancy. The campsite must be vacated by 11:00 am of the following day. Campers must have the appropriate camping permit in their possession. Campers must pay required fees for the site they are occupying.
- Drive-in Camping Regulations:Only one screened porch/tent may be placed over the picnic table per site. A screened tent does not count towards the four tents per site limit.No more than eight persons per site.There is not a vehicle limit per site. Vehicles must fit within the parking space provided. This is strictly enforced; there are plenty of day use parking spaces nearby for extra vehicles.All tents must be placed on or within 6 feet of the existing tent pad. A maximum combination of 4 tents or sleeping hammocks are allowed on the campsite.Generator use is not allowed at any time of day in the west-end loop (#17 - #37) of Twelvemile Beach Campground nor in sites designated as generator free at Hurricane River Campground.
- Upon arrival, you can occupy your site any time after 11:00 am. There are generator-free areas at Twelvemile Beach and Hurricane River Campgrounds. Music should be for private listening only.
- Please print your reservation and have it with you or attached to campsite post.
- Fire Regulations: The lighting or maintaining of open fires is generally prohibited, except in government provided metal fire rings and fire grills at the locations they are provided, or in personal self-contained charcoal grills in a parking lot or paved sidewalk. Campfires are permitted in fire rings only. Fires or hot coals cannot be left unattended. Beach fires are not allowed. Fire must be extinguished entirely using water and not buried. Purchase wood locally. No collecting of wood. No cutting of standing trees or limbs. Ash firewood is prohibited.
- Pets / The following areas are closed to dogs, cats or any other domesticated animal: The North Country Trail and Sand Point Marsh Trail. The Grand Sable Dunes Natural Area and adjacent Log Slide dune field. All winter ski trails which are maintained by grooming. All park areas east of Miners Beach to the western edge of 12 Mile Beach Campground is closed to pets including: Little Beaver Lake Campground Beaver Basin Overlook Parking Area Pets must always be on leash. Please dispose of all pet waste in the appropriate receptacles. This closure does not affect legal hunting as defined in 36 CFR 7.32.
- Food Storage / The following conditions for the storage of food are in effect in the entirety of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: All food items, lawfully taken fish and wildlife, garbage and equipment used to cook or store food must be kept sealed in a vehicle, or in a camping unit that is constructed of solid, non-pliable material, in government provided receptacles or suspended at least 10 feet above the ground and 4 feet horizontally from a post, tree trunk or other object. This is bear country! Proper storage ensures safety for you and members of your party when enjoying the natural resource. Violations of food storage rules may result in fines.
- Conditions for the disposal, containerization, or carryout of human body waste have been established as follows: Where toilet facilities are not provided, human wastes will be disposed at least 200 feet from a trail, campsite, or water source; in a hole at least six inches deep; and covered with earth or packed out of the park. Where toilet facilities are provided (park campgrounds), human waste shall not be disposed of in park trash cans. Portable toilet facilities may be used (such as in a camper) if graywater and sewage remain contained within the vehicle. Tent style enclosures for campsite portable toilets and/or showers are prohibited.
- Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore drive-in campsites are rustic and do not have electric, water, or sewer hookups. Campsites provide a picnic table, fire ring with grill grate, and tent pad. The campgrounds have vault toilets and well water. Tent-style enclosures for campsite portable toilets and/or showers are strictly prohibited. Typically there is no cell phone reception. All camping at Pictured Rocks is by reservation only. Same-day reservation are accepted.
- Other:Resale or auction of advance reservations is prohibited.Campsites 4, 26, and 35 can be reserved two weeks before your intended arrival date while Campsites 8, 15, and 33 can be reserved four days before your intended arrival date.
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